Description
This Ground Turkey Teriyaki Stir-Fry is a quick and healthy weeknight dinner featuring lean ground turkey cooked with crisp vegetables and a flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce. It’s perfect served over rice for a satisfying, Asian-inspired meal that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, sliced
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Serving
- Cooked white or brown rice for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5–6 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant to build the flavor base.
- Prepare and Add Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Pour this sauce mixture into the skillet and stir to combine thoroughly with the turkey.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and shredded carrots to the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) and cook for 1–2 more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients evenly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the stir-fry with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over cooked white or brown rice.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or beef for the turkey if preferred.
- For extra heat, add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes while cooking.
- This dish is excellent for meal prep and reheats well for quick lunches or dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
